SWIFT/BIC code SOGEFRPPLIM
SOGEFRPPLIM belongs to Societe Generale in Limoges, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOGEFRPPLIM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOGEFRPP |
| Branch code | LIM |
| Bank | Societe Generale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Limoges |
| Country | France |
The way the Societe Generale SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOGE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- LIM Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank uses BIC SOGEFRPPLIM?
SOGEFRPPLIM identifies Societe Generale, part of Societe Generale in Limoges, France. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need SOGEFRPPLIM for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SOGEFRPPLIM.
What do the letters in SOGEFRPPLIM mean?
SOGE is the institution code of Societe Generale, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the code for the city or region and LIM identifies the branch Societe Generale.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale in France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Does Societe Generale have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 342 SWIFT/BIC codes for Societe Generale in France, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.